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Ancient she may be, but Chavela Vargas remains the best current interpreter of the bolero, the Latin love song, and folk numbers too. Here she lines 'em out with a small, discreet orchestra (in her other modern recordings she was likely to go for one striking guitar behind her) and brings along other wonderful vocalists--here especially the Mexican/American phenom Lila Downs. The great hoarse Vargas growl has transformed into a cello-like sound.

And the menu? The greatest songs from la trova mexicana and elsewhere. Songs you may know from Edyie Gorme in your childhood (e.g. "Nosotros") brought to real and beautiful life by Chavela. "Las ciudades" and "Luz de Luz" and "Piensa en mí." A short but perfect songfest by La Excelentisima still at the top of her game.

I discovered Chavela because she was singing in a movie. No, I do not remember the movie. I immediately looked her up and bought my first CD. This is my second one. She is plaintive, sad, moving. I love her when that is who and what I need to hear. I shared my purchase with a co-worker who is exceptionally musical and he just said: Sad music! So, Chavela is not for him.

A late celebration of a wonderful historical character. As might be expected, recordings of her at an earlier age are musically better. This is a loving nostalgic recording. Sort of sad. But a must if you are a collector of Vargas. She still had terrific expression. Earthy crone wisdom. Passionate.

It is worth exploring some of her earlier recordings and biography. She burned her bra before it ever occurred to anyone else. Gutsy fire. Great classic Latino voice, music.

Addendum. After a day of considering this assessment, I'm changing my original 3 star to 4 stars. This album is a tribute to the human spirit. Yes, it is not Vegas at her prime, but it may be considered Vegas at her height of evolution. Earlier recordings may be considered prettier and more classic to the genre. This one has grit and wisdom of expression. She is full, here, of having loved life toward its fulfillment. A keeper. A reminder of what is important.